FAQs

Q: Who is BlendED Academy for?A: Any freshman or sophomore, with the only requirement being that we offer the courses they need and a three period block fits into the student's schedule.

Q: What classes are offered?A: This changes based on the need of the school. Email blendedacademy@cr.k12.ia.us for specific questions.

Q: What makes BlendED different from the rest of Jefferson, or other high schools?A: We expose our students to alternative, innovative models of education. We offer blended learning: the use of tablets and face-to-face to deliver instruction. We offer a project-based learning atmosphere, immersing our students in a community-focused project while partnering with community members. Some classes offer competency-based and self-paced instruction, allowing the students to accelerate through the curriculum based on mastery of the standards. We also offer a built in intervention period which provides our students with opportunities to get additional help, work time for homework, or project time for enrichment. Additionally, if a student demonstrates that they are in need of an alternative placement (move upward, or downward, in the course sequence), they have the opportunity for immediate change, without having to go through a major change of teacher or programming. We also utilized the K-Navigator system to guide conversations targeting a four-year high school plan, and college and career readiness.

Q: Why was my student in BlendED Academy?A: Some students are randomly selected based upon their elective courses, provided they have a three period block available. Beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, we are allowing parents and students to request to be placed into BlendED.